The Ridge of St. Joseph
2121 S Riverside Rd,
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
$887 - $1,176
1-3 Beds
Missouri Western State University
Saint Joseph, MO
Missouri Western State University - Saint Joseph, MO
Area Guide
A historic institution just north of Kansas City
Public
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Historic
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Urban
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Small
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The institution now known as Missouri Western State University was founded as a two-year institution in 1915. Since that time, it has grown into a full-fledged university serving roughly 5,500 students and boasting a nationally-ranked business program. The university’s hometown of Saint Joseph is a mid-sized city on the Kansas state line, about an hour north of Kansas City.
Living close to the university campus will put you on the east side of town, surrounded by a mix of residential neighborhoods and retail. One of the biggest nearby landmarks is the popular East Hills Mall, which anchors a large cluster of shops and restaurants in the area. The Downtown district near the Missouri River is packed with eateries, bars, entertainment venues, and a huge selection of other attractions that regularly draw the college crowd on the weekends. The close proximity to Kansas City makes it easy to hop down and explore the larger metropolis anytime you’re craving a change of scenery.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Saint Joseph, MO is $585 for a studio, $751 for one bedroom, $902 for two bedrooms, and $985 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Saint Joseph has increased by 0.8% in the past year.
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Studio
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379 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$585/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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640 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$751/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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907 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$902/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,069 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$985/month
Average Rent
Transportation
43
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
32
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-6
265 Students
Public
Grades PK-6
842 Students
Public
Grades K-6
364 Students
Public
Grades K-6
267 Students
Public
Grades K-5
377 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
474 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
486 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
390 Students
Public
Grades 7-8
482 Students
Public
Grades K-12
39 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,728 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
676 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
717 Students
Public
Grades K-12
39 Students
Public
Grades K-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Remington Nature Center of St. Joseph
Military Bases
Airports
- Kansas City International
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